Naming and Writing Formulas

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What is the chemical formula for magnesium phosphide?

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Mg₃P₂

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What is the first step in naming an ionic compound?

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Naming the cation (metal)

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What is the correct name for Mg₃N₂?

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magnesium nitride

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What is the proper name for the covalent compound CCl₄?

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Carbon Tetrachloride

Front

What is the chemical formula for solid carbon dioxide, commonly known as dry ice?

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CO₂

Front

What is the general rule for naming anions in ionic compounds?

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Change the ending to -ide.

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What is the formula for the ionic compound formed between sodium and chlorine?

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NaCl

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What is the name of the compound with the formula Fe₂O₃?

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iron(III) oxide

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What is the formula for the covalent compound formed between nitrogen and hydrogen?

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NH₃ (ammonia)

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What is the name of the compound with the formula CaCO₃?

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calcium carbonate